Sam Vadalabene Great River Road Bike Trail Illinois Trail Reviews

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Sam Vadalabene Great River Road Bike Trail

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This is the first rails-to-trail in Illinois. It is a level, asphalt trail running from Alton to Pere Marquette State Park (21 miles). The rivers'' bluffs run the length of the trail. In some places it is tree lined and tree covered. In some places it is wide open and sunny. Some of the trail runs immediately adjacent to IL 100 (but you do not share a lane with vehicles). The Mississippi, Missouri and Illinois Rivers will be part of your scenery. They run next to the trail most of the way. At times you feel you can reach out and touch a passing tug boat. When passing Elsah, be sure to give this town some time. Many of its colorful houses are on the National Historic Register, a lot of Kodak moments. A restaurant (My Just Desserts) deserves a stop. It is closed Monday & Tuesday.) Their pies are to-die-for. Be sure to try a piece of Mrs. Ledbetter Pie (German chocolate pie). The town of Grafton has places to eat and a winery with a deck stretching over the river. If you have not given this trail a ride, you should. The parking at the north end of Alton will soon have restrooms. Be sure to look for the Piasa Bird painted on the bluff at the park. The food at Pere marquette is delicous and reasonable. Lodging is available at the park.

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Latitude	38.81192442778631
Longitude	-89.99460339546204
Trail Directions	Go to Alton, Illinois on US 61 and proceed north to the parking lot on the right. The lot is not readily seen as you drive to it.
Trail Length	21 Miles
Trail Level	Beginner
Trail Type	Paved Path
City/County	Alton
Zip/Postal Code	62018
Country	USA
Information Added By	Rider of a Giant